VAN CORLAER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

VAN CORLAER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SCHENECTADY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in SCHENECTADY, NY with about 389 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, VAN CORLAER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

VAN CORLAER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located on Guilderland Avenue, is a key component of the Schenectady City School District in New York. The school serves a diverse student population, focusing on foundational academic growth and character development within a supportive neighborhood environment. As part of a larger urban district, the school works to provide a balanced curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning to prepare its young students for the transition to middle school.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Schenectady City School District, which prioritizes equity, community engagement, and the success of every student. Families and community members often engage with the school through district-wide initiatives and site-based activities designed to foster a strong home-to-school connection. For those seeking specific information regarding current academic programs, faculty contacts, or district policies, the school’s official website at [www.schenectady.k12.ny.us](http://www.schenectady.k12.ny.us) serves as the primary resource for the latest updates and administrative documentation.

For more information, contact VAN CORLAER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (518) 370-8270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.